Fifteen Khwarij were killed during an intelligence-based operation in Sambaza area of District Zhob in Balochistan today.

According to ISPR, security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in Sambaza area of District Zhob.

During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the Khwarij location and resultantly fifteen Khawarij were killed.

A large quantity of weapons, ammunition and explosives were also recovered from the killed Khawarij.

During intense exchange of fire, Sepoy Arifur Rehman, having fought gallantly, paid the ultimate sacrifice and embraced Shahadat.

Sanitization operation is being conducted to neutralize any other Khwarji present in the area.

Security forces of Pakistan, in step with the nation, remain determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country and sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve.